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Sunday, March 31, 2013

Dreamsicle: Cream Lace and Orange

by Heather

Do you have an outfit that garners compliments every time you wear it? This outfit always elicits some sort of kind comment when worn and I think I know why: it reminds people of a favorite summer day when they were young and Dreamsicles were available from the ice cream truck. Dreamsicles seem to have given way to Creamsicles with the only difference being that the former has ice milk inside, the latter has ice cream. Still good no matter what you call it!

 Cream lace blouse and cami: Lucky's; blue jeans: WHBM; double-wrap belt: BCBGMAXAZRIA; 
sunglasses: Michael Kors
  Orange and cream wedges: Nordstrom's; orange Hamilton purse: Michael Kors
 Pearl and orange flower necklace: J Crew; 
Seahorse ring: Loew's Ventana Canyon Resort (Tucson, AZ)
Pearl and orange flower bracelet: J Crew; gold watch: Michael Kors; orange, tan, and cream bangles: Alexis Bittar

Just in case you've never had a Dreamsicle or a Creamsicle (are they even sold all over the world?), here are several recipes that people swear taste just like the real thing. 

Orange Push-Up Smoothie 

Orange Dreamsicle Delight

Ingredients:
1 - 3 oz box of Orange Flavor Sugar Free Jello
1 - 1 oz box of Fat Free Sugar Free Vanilla Instant Pudding
1 - container of Cool Whip Free (8 oz)               

    Directions:
    Prepare Jello according to package directions by adding the hot and cold water. Stir in instant pudding powder mix (do not prepare as normal).
    Fold in entire container of Cool Whip Free, and wisk until completely blended. Refrigerate for a few hours until set.

    Orange Creamsicle Cookies
    Source: by Baked Perfection
    Ingredients:
    2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
    3/4 teaspoon baking soda
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
    1/2 cup sugar
    1/2 firmly packed brown sugar
    1 large egg
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    2 tablespoons orange zest (for me that was the zest of 2 oranges)
    2 cups white chocolate chips

    Instructions:
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
    In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
    In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and creamy. Beat in egg and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add flour mixture until combined. Stir in orange zest and white chocolate chips.
    Drop rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Do not flatten cookies; it will make them dry. Bake 8 – 10 minutes or until golden brown around edges. Do not overcook! Cookies will be plump. Cool for several minutes on cookie sheets before transferring to rack to cool completely. Store in airtight container.


    31 comments:

    1. Ah, the cookies sound so wonderful. Now I am craving a snack! Lovely outfit, and really awesome wedges. Thanks for sharing with Visible Monday!

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      1. Always a pleasure to link up with Visible Monday. Those cookies do sound good, don't they? If you make them, let me know how they taste.
        Heather

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    2. The combination of lace and leather is fantastic as well as your beautiful jewelry. You look fabulous!
      The recipe of the push-up smoothie sounds delicious, I will try it, thank you for sharing.

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      1. Thank you, Sabine. Let me know how the recipe turns out, please.
        Heather

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    3. Looking elegant yet casual at the same time and this smoothie recipe would be perfect for parties!

      GREETINGS FROM DUBAI
      MRS JACK OF ALL TRADES
      http://mrsjackofalltradesdaily.blogspot.ae/

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      1. Thank you, Mrs. C. Love to hear from you in Dubai. How are things there?
        Heather

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    4. Heather, I love orange on you! You look so radiant in that colour even if it's your accessories only.
      You inspired me to buy an orange lipgloss yesterday :-)

      And I have to try your smoothie recipe, especial love your "optional" ;-)

      Annette
      Lady of Style

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      1. Hello Annette,
        Always good to hear from you! Which of the "optionals" are you thinking you'll try?
        Heather

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    5. The cream lace is lovely and the orange wedges are fabulous!

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    6. LOVE the whole outfit and concept of your blog. You guys are incredible. And if you have a feed, I am going to start following you now!

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      1. Thanks so much, Shelley! We would love to have you follow our blog. And I will definitely check out yours -- love the "still blonde after all these years."
        Heather

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    7. Heather, it gets you compliments because you look AMAZING!!!! I totally love it. I am also loving your "accessory shot" which shows shoes, bag and baubles all in one go, that is a great idea.

      xo,
      Alyssa

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      1. You are too kind, Alyssa. Thank you for the lovely compliments :)
        Heather

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    8. Yes ... you got it just right. You cannot look more spring-goddessy than you you do here! Have not had a cream-sickle for years. Good to know they are still around.
      You might like our Magnolias ... a Brunch drink we serve at our restaurant. Champagne, half-and-half, orange juice in equal parts (perhaps a bit more Champagne!) with a dash or two of Angostura bitters ... stir like mad, then enjoy.

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      1. I am definitely going to try that drink! Sounds just like an adult Creamsicle. What/where is your restaurant??
        Heather

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    9. Oh my ! love the look - love the colors - you look stunning!!
      drink sounds good, too!! new follower~~

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      1. So glad you're a new follower of our blog, Pamela! And thank you for the lovely comments.
        Heather

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    10. Hi Heather,
      I am WWW bloghoping. I love the lace, and orange coordination. Great style :)

      :) Kali
      Kali Now Living

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      1. Nice to meet you, Kali! I'll go back over to the WWW site and find your blog, too. Thanks for the nice compliments.
        Heather

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    11. I love everything about this 'dreamy' look. Orange and cream are a great color combination on you, my dear. Your attention to detail is AMAZING! My ultimate favorite are those shoes, WOW. By the way, are they new this season? The way you tied this blog together is so much fun, can't wait to go do some baking. I know I'll be borrowing this theme for a tea party. Thanks for the inspiration.

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      1. Trina, you are too kind with your remarks. The shoes are from last summer. I fell in love with them right away but actually waited until they went on sale (I'm usually not that patient!).
        Thank you for visiting!
        Heather

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    12. That is a FAB color for you! LOVE the pop of oranges and the wedges are to die for!!

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      1. Thanks, Maya. Just left a message for you on your post. Wanted to know how you lost your weight!
        Heather

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    13. Hi Heather,
      Thanks for stopping by my blog! While I am NO expert, what has worked for me has been to indulge in the things I want BUT (there's always a but) in moderation. And while it may sound wasteful sometimes I have to throw the other half of a cheeseburger away JUST so I don't eat it. I do eat a lot of salads, fruits and veggies. Drink lots of water and that's all I've got!!

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      1. Thank you, Maya. I just have to get going and make a commitment to eating healthfully.
        Heather

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    14. Wow! I LOVE this look. The pops of orange throughout the outfit are just perfect. AND that pushup smoothie looks amazing! Yum!!! Great post:)
      Sherry

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      1. Thank you, Sherry, for the wonderful comments. Makes me smile :)
        Heather

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    15. Lubub.com
      First site to match families.
      This site is Great..
      Thanks Lubub.com

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    16. Love your outfit!! A true style inspiration!

      I cannot seem to find the pearl necklace and bracelet from Jcrew...anywhere...any ideas on where to purchase? Thanks so much:)

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